Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education, presented a paper on integrating technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in education during a ministerial session at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) headquarters as part of Digital Week in Paris.
The minister discussed models for integrating technology into education, their benefits and challenges, and the importance of balancing the use of technology with traditional classroom practices.
He reviewed programmes and educational initiatives implemented by the Ministry of Education in the Kingdom of Bahrain using technology and AI, which have contributed to improving student performance and teacher training. He also outlined considerations when incorporating AI as a core element of the educational process to avoid unintended outcomes.
The minister concluded with recommendations emphasising the right to education for all in the era of advanced technology and AI.